“Eat, Drink, Shrink.” I have to admit, I think that’s a pretty clever title for a weight-loss book. So right off the bat, Danette May gets big ups from me for that. And if it works, well, even better. But before we begin to learn more about Danette May and her popular weight-loss and exercise programs, I must say this: there’s no such thing as a “degree in pre-med,” as she claims to have. Pre-med is a course of study, not a degree—so for me, that’s a problem. And I cannot find the college or university where Danette May claims to have received “a degree in pre-med and nutrition.” [1] That said, I don’t doubt she knows a lot about exercise, weight loss, and fitness in general. She describes herself as “America’s leading lifestyle expert.” Maybe she is. […]

As the name implies, the diet parlays the wild success of the televisions show “The Biggest Loser” and has three versions to date of the diet. You can choose between three different versions from the first in 2005 to the second in 2009, or even go with the most recent version that was released in 2010. They are all similar in content and procedure but the latest version is specifically designed for six weeks. Each version will have tips and tricks used by past contestants of the show and will showcase a special food pyramid to follow. Additionally, there are some suggestions on how to get going with exercise as the diet promotes working out as part of […]

Insanity was created by fitness guru Shaun T. and was produced by Beach Body, a company that is known for their extreme workout series. Like many of the other Beach Body products, Insanity fits the bill and offers a high intensity workout routine six days per week coupled with a nutrition plan. Insanity contains nine different workouts and is broken up into two different one month intervals. The entire program is meant to last 60 days and if followed properly the results that are promised are out of this world. Do Dieters Lose Weight On The Insanity Diet? Insanity workouts are said to burn up to 1,000 calories per hour. At six days per week dieters will certainly […]

The first question everyone wants answered is “Does the Tummy Tuck Belt work? Is the Tummy Tuck Belt Miracle Slimming System really a miracle?” You know what I’m talking about. The As Seen On TV product that people rave about. But does the Tummy Tuck Belt as seen on TV really work, or is it just another gimmick? Is this just another in a long line of weight loss promises broken? You know, just another way for weight loss snake oil salespeople to make a buck. Or in this case, lots of bucks. I’m not going to lie; my favorite line on the homepage of the Tummy Tuck website is this one: “AMAZING! Results! Simply combine with the Tummy Tuck Diet and Exercise program and you’ll […]

The 21-Day Fix is a super hot and trendy diet. It has a huge social media following and is among the most searched diets on the Internet. [1] Created by National Academy of Sports Medicine-certified celeb trainer and bikini model Autumn Calabrese and marketed through Beachbody LLC out of Santa Monica, California, the 21-Day Fix is, simply stated, precise and restrictive portion control combined with daily robust exercise. Confined, like the name spells out, to a three-week period; after the 21 days, then what? The idea is it takes about three weeks to change a lifestyle habit, and the assumption is you’ll have been so successful and committed that after the 21 days are up, it’ll have become […]

The Beachbody Insanity 60 day home transformation system is a workout that will be tougher than you ever imagined. If you want to get insanely fit, workout with founder Shaun T. for the ultimate body burn. He claims this is one of the toughest workout DVD’s ever created, so it could either intimidate you or interest you further. So what exactly is Insanity, and how much does it cost? Just for the Insanity Base kit, which will come with 10 DVD’s and a workout calendar, it will cost $150.00 with shipping. Each of the workout DVD’s is packed full of plyometric drills which will not require a gym. Insanity is best known for its intense workouts and its convenient at home style setting. Consisting […]

Oxycise was developed by Jill Johnson, who claims it is possible to lose weight by breathing properly. Through a series of expansion and contraction exercises, Oxycise offers a way for people of all ages to lose weight. With the techniques taught on the Oxycise DVDs, Johnson contends that dieters will burn far more calories than with traditional exercising. Oxycise exercises can be done anywhere and at anytime, all without having to change personal lifestyle.* Do Dieters Lose Weight On The Oxycise Diet? There is some validity to what Oxycise offers. Whenever the body is breathing in the manner laid out with Oxycise, there will be tightening of the muscles and an improved flow of oxygen as a result. […]

Provida Life Sciences Inc. is a company that is said to be dedicated to helping both men and women lose weight and keep it off. The company offers a variety of diet supplements, diet books, and even exercise programs on their website, and they claim to have something for everyone. Specific weight loss is said to depend on what a dieter is looking for, but Provida products are supposed to offer a well-rounded number of plans, and there are even gadgets and guides available for purchase that are supposed to aid in weight loss.* Do Dieters Lose Weight On The Provida Diet? Provida products are many, so weight loss for each individual dieter would really depend on the […]

The Yes! You Can Diet Plan claims that they are the one and only diet and nutritional plan to give you latin flavor. Created by Alejandro Chaban and his team in Miami Springs, FL in 2012 they promise the world and a lot more in their 4 components of the Yes! You Can Diet Program. To help people stay motivated they explain the components. It comes with four parts: Nutritional guidance, Emotional Health overview and suggestions, Movement to help shed more weight, and Supplements to speed up weight loss.* The product website claims that the program can be successful for people regardless of their age, gender, or medical conditions.* There are two different kits to choose from: the less expensive […]

dotFIT is an online program that takes various aspects of weight loss into consideration in order to make a custom-tailored plan for each individual. Founded by Neal Spruce, dotFIT includes a plan of action for diet, exercise, and even has a full line of supplements. All current information that a participant has before starting the dotFIT program is taken into consideration. Once a diet plan is established, a food log is used to record what is eaten. Supplements and exercise routines are then recommended, and when put all together, the end result should be a leaner and much more fit individual.* Do Dieters Lose Weight On The dotFIT Diet? dotFIT is a custom diet and exercise program, so […]

Mike Lee started MyFitnessPal, and it was launched in September of 2005. What first started out as a fun idea and side business turned into one of the most used and respected fitness websites and mobile applications of all time. With 80 million users today, this company is only getting better. Mike first got the idea when he and his soon to be wife were trying to get into shape for their beach wedding. Their trainer gave them a book of over 3,000 food items and pad of paper so they could calculate their caloric intake. Mike grew up programming and knew there had to be a more efficient way to count calories and track your health and fitness goals. To his […]

The Contour Belt is an abdominal belt that, when used properly, promises flat and toned abs. This is done as the belt makes the body do 150 perfect abdominal contractions per session. So, the idea is that the abdominal region of the body, which includes the lower belly that many people struggle to keep tone, can be worked on even when there is little to no activity going on. The Contour Belt is said to be able to deliver stunning results in just minutes each day. The results that it delivers all come with no sit-ups, crunches, or even sweat. For those who have little to no time to work out, this product claims to be the solution. […]

The Zero Belly Diet was written by David Zinczenko, and hit the shelves in 2014. The diet’s overall mantra is to turn off your fat genes and be lean for life by targeting the visceral fat that is found in the belly region. The book is rather informative and educational, which throws people for a loop when they are looking to get a structured diet program out of their purchase. The Zero Belly Diet is sold in many major retailers, as well as on the Amazon for just under $20.00 (not including shipping and handling). Their customer service center was simply an email to the editor, which was completely irrelevant due to the response time being so slow. […]

The Lose It app was created by Charles Teague and the company went international in 2015. With over 50 million members, this weight loss and food tracking app has hit the big time with its customer base. Similar to MyFitnessPal, this app for losing weight has different formulas built in that tell you how many calories you are burning for the exercises you are doing. It also has a barcode scanner to make logging a packaged food item rather simple. They also have a new feature that is called “Snap It” where you can take a picture of the food you are eating, and it will recognize it! Now that is innovative. Is it the best app to lose weight? While it might not be […]

The Chair Gym is a workout system that can be ordered online or by phone. It advertises an easy and convenient workout system right in your home. It comes with resistant bands, a chair system, and other chair gym accessories. You might be thinking to yourself, a chair workout? Is there such a thing? This exercise chair comes equipped to help you get stronger, leaner, as well as gain flexibility. There are three different levels of resistance with the body bands, and over 50 different exercises to try out. It is great for people with rather sedentary jobs that need a little exercise in their lives, even while they are at work! The chair supports over 350 pounds, and can be […]

The Lean Belly Breakthrough Diet was created by Bruce Krahn and is a program seeking to break through the amount of fat a person has built up over the course of many years. Bruce is a celebrity fitness instructor who has been around nutrition and weight loss for many years. According to him, it’s all about regaining balance and finding that happy medium to maintain your new weight.* The program claims it will help you lose weight and regain health and wellness, which was not possible due to the lack of balance currently the customer may be facing in their weight loss journey. The company believes in using real nutrition for weight loss, as well as a few […]

Parlaying the wild success of the first P90X program, Beachbody came out with their second version of the fitness program dubbed P90X2. As with the first P90X, P90X2 comes with the P90X Nutrition Plan. This is what is to be followed for the entire time participants are doing P90X2. The P90X Nutrition Plan consists of three phases each lasting 30 days and coinciding with the three different training blocks of the P90X2 program. The first phase of the P90X Nutrition Plan is the Fat Shredder phase. It is a high protein, low carbohydrate phase that is supposed to help participants shred excess fat quickly. The second phase is called the Energy Booster Stage and rebalances the mix of […]

Jackie Warner is a celebrity trainer, an author, and the mind behind the 10 Pounds in 10 Days Diet. The idea is to train participants to eat the proper foods and in the proper amounts. This, combined with an exercise regimen, has participants supposedly burning pounds off at a high rate. In fact, Warner claims that after the first 10 days of the diet, the average weight loss is 10 pounds. The 10 Pounds in 10 Days Diet is broken up into three 10-day phases. The first phase has participants cut their caloric intake to 900 per day. This is the phase where rapid weight loss is promised. The second phase has an increase of up to 1,200 […]

For those of you who have not heard of Beachbody, it is an American multi level marketing company that offers a variety of workout programs and supplements to those interested in getting fit. They create Beachbody coaches who push the supplements onto their friends and family members, as well as get them to sign up with the many different workout packages you can try out. Many times the programs are a one time purchase, but the supplements are on autoship, so be aware of that up front. There are many different workout programs to choose from. For example: Insanity, MAX 30, Focus T25, and 22 Minute Hard Corps just to give you an example of some of the options offered. The company headquarters […]

Booty Maxx is a body-sculpting device available for purchase on both infomercials and websites like Amazon. It is best known for its “As Seen On TV” commercials, where you will see a woman standing on a board, holding a handle, kicking her leg to the side and behind with a resistance band attached to her ankle. Tekno Products, which produces this strength resistance product, offers a 30-day money back guarantee on their product if you are not satisfied with its effectiveness. Customer service: 844-519-7276 or [email protected] [1] Booty Maxx Claims Shapes & Lifts Your Booty* … 7 Simple Exercises Transform Your Booty From Flat To Fabulous* … Amazing Results … Multi Directional Resistance: Works a full range of […]